Chemical Operator II

Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. As a Chemical Plant Operator II at our Ellwood City, PA plant, you’ll deliver products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. This is a hands-on opportunity to apply your experience, expand your technical skills, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

Operate and control chemical processing systems and equipment to produce high-quality products safely and efficiently. Gain hands-on experience with chemical processing systems and industry-leading safety practices while growing in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success.

Responsibilities

• Review daily mix schedules and confirm availability of required raw materials to ensure smooth production flow
• Accurately add raw materials to mixing systems using manual methods, pumps, or automated equipment, following standard mix instructions
• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment such as heating vessels, mixing tanks, and automated feed systems
• Regulate the flow of liquids and gases through equipment using valves, meters, and control panels
• Set up and adjust indicating and controlling devices to maintain optimal process conditions
• Observe gauges, signals, and recording instruments to monitor temperature, pressure, and flow
• Draw and test product samples at various stages to ensure batch quality and compliance with specifications
• Partner with Quality team members to resolve batch discrepancies and ensure compliance with standards
• Maintain accurate production records, equipment logs, and shift documentation
• Perform thorough cleaning of all mix tanks and associated equipment to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment
• Operate forklifts, palletizers, scales, pumps, and other material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues, escalating as needed
• Contribute to a culture of safety by following all Ecolab safety protocols and participating in safety initiatives
• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements aligned with Ecolab’s continuous improvement goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations and team success

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in a chemical plant, manufacturing, or industrial environment
• 1 year of experience with industrial (large batch) mixing, including mixing multiple tanks at once
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds chest high

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working safely and efficiently in a chemical or manufacturing environment
• Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, and track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)
• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests (e.g., pH testing, taking samples)
• Excellent attention to detail; ability to simultaneously mix several tanks and accurately complete related documents
• Experience operating a forklift
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical handling
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience working effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Schedule

Rotating schedule:

• Week 1: 11pm–7am
• Week 2: 3pm–11pm
• Week 3: 7am–3pm

Pay

$37.67 per hour with a $0.45 shift differential.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401K and company-paid pension
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid parental leave
• Discounted childcare resources
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Auto, home, and pet insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Short-term incentives
• Vacation (12 days) and holidays
• Employee stock purchase plans (for full-time associates)
• Discount on day care services and caregiver services
• Adoption assistance
• Group legal services
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Education assistance program
• On-site childcare and fitness facilities (available at select locations)